Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga

Set in Umhlanga Rocks, near Durban in Kwa-Zulu Natal, the 3-Star Protea Hotel Umhlanga boasts golden beaches, lush surroundings and the exhilaration of holidaying in an idyllic part of the world.

Conveniently situated mere minutes from the protected beach and only 10 minutes away from Durban in the heart of Umhlanga Rocks, the Protea Hotel Umhlanga offers friendly and comfortable 3-Star accommodation.

The Protea Hotel Umhlanga features 120 rooms with sea views and all elegantly and stylishly furnished. The rooms offer semi self-catering facilities including a microwave, fridge, cutlery, crockery and tea-coffee making facilities. All rooms are equipped with remote control TV, Satellite TV, hairdryers, modem and laptop plug points, telephone, central air-conditioning, room safes and electronic locking devices on all doors. All rooms are open plan and have kitchenettes. Facilities for disabled guests are also available.

The hotel suites have a separate lounge, bedroom and bar area. All bathrooms consist of separate baths and showers.

The Protea Hotel Umhlanga serves delicious breakfasts on site and is situated in close proximity to a variety of restaurants catering for all tastes and budgets.

The Lighthouse Breakfast Restaurant and Bar is situated on the 2nd floor of the 3-Star Hotel offering delicious breakfasts. The restaurant seats 100 guests and is open from 06:30 to 10:30 and the bar is open from 14:00 to 22:00.

The state-of-the-art conference centre is situated on the 9th floor of the 3-Star Protea Hotel Umhlanga and overlooks the Umhlanga coastline. The conference centre can seat up to 180 delegates in cinema style, while breakaway rooms and a Boardroom are also available for smaller, informal get-togethers.

The 3-Star Hotel is conveniently situated for most sporting facilities and is in close proximity to the Umhlanga Country Club with tennis and bowls facilities and the Ski Boat Club offering deep-sea fishing trips on request. Scuba diving and horse riding facilities are also close by. Golf courses, squash courts, a gymnasium, jogging track, games room and a ten-pin bowling alley are all within 10 minutes drive of the Hotel.

A sundeck and plunge pool is located on the 10th floor (rooftop) of the 3-Star Protea Hotel Umhlanga for use by Hotel guests.

Umhlanga Rocks forms part of the famous Sugar Coast of Kwa-Zulu Natal. The name `Umhlanga` means `Place of Reeds`and the area is one of South Africas prime upmarket holiday destinations situated just north of Durban.The area is well known for its landmark lighthouse, golden beaches, beautiful parks and a selective variety of accommodation and delicious cuisine.

The Gateway Complex (the largest shopping centre in the Southern hemisphere) is a 5-minute drive from the Hotel and offers 18 Ster Kinekor Cinemas, Jungle Park, the Wave House, a climbing rock, live theater, a fantasy forest and a Skate Park.
Popular local attractions include the Lighthouse and Hawaan Forest. This unique indigenous wood is still unspoiled and home to a large and diverse range of animals and birds. Walks can be arranged through the Wildlife Society.